A child in West Texas has become the first US death from measles in over a decade, amid a growing outbreak that has claimed hundreds of cases in Texas and another death in New Mexico. The measles virus is affecting Mennonite communities in small Texas towns, where vaccination rates are low due to religious concerns. … Read more
A new study from the University of Illinois Chicago reveals that herpes simplex virus-1 (HSV-1), commonly known for causing cold sores, can travel through the nasal cavity to the brain, leading to severe and lasting neurological symptoms. Researchers found that heparanase, a cellular enzyme, plays a critical role in allowing HSV-1 to cause damage to … Read more
Jo-Ann Fabrics, a well-known textile retailer with nine locations in the Houston area, has announced its closure and liquidation of all assets. The company, which was founded in 1943 in Cleveland, Ohio, will be shutting down due to economic headwinds. Liquidation sales are currently underway, offering discounts of up to 50% off on fabrics and … Read more
The Atlanta Falcons’ roster announcement today will make it tougher for the Pittsburgh Steelers to pursue quarterback Kirk Cousins. With Cousins on the roster, he’ll guarantee himself $10 million, making his contract more difficult to move and possibly increasing the chances he’ll stay with the Falcons. The Falcons could consider trading a draft pick in … Read more
The Atlanta Falcons have decided not to trade or release quarterback Kirk Cousins, according to reports. Despite being a target for the Cleveland Browns as a potential veteran replacement, the Falcons are keeping Cousins on board with his $10 million bonus. This decision comes ahead of the upcoming NFL Draft, which is set to take … Read more
Disney’s live-action reimagining of Snow White had its world premiere at Hollywood’s El Capitan Theatre, marking its March 21 release date. Attendees included Disney CEO Bob Iger, Gal Gadot as the evil queen, and Rachel Zegler as the titular princess. The event featured a variety of activities, including “forest friends grove” with rabbits, professional glamour … Read more
New York City pet owners are being advised to avoid feeding their pets raw food or raw milk products, particularly those from Savage Cat Food. The New York City Health Department (NYC Health Department) has confirmed two cats with bird flu virus were infected after consuming Savage Cat Food products. The risk of bird flu … Read more
Li Ka-shing, a Hong Kong tycoon and one of China’s most prominent business leaders, has been criticized by Beijing for selling his company’s global ports, including two at the Panama Canal, to BlackRock. The deal worth $22.8 billion is expected to give BlackRock control over 10.4% of the world’s container terminal throughput. The Chinese government … Read more
A 1952 experiment by Stanley Miller laid the foundation for understanding how life emerged on Earth, but it relied on an unlikely catalyst – lightning. Recent research by Stanford University chemist Richard Zare and his team suggests that water itself may be a more realistic key to unlocking the origin of life. In the original … Read more
The idea that private-sector skills can improve government efficiency is a misconception. This notion gained traction in 1962 when President John F. Kennedy appointed Robert McNamara as his secretary of defense, bringing with him the experience of running Ford Motor Co. However, historian David Halberstam’s book “The Best and the Brightest” exposed the limitations of … Read more